Hampshire vs Leicestershire, County Championship Day 2 is set to continue with both teams looking to gain control of the contest through disciplined batting and effective bowling. Hampshire will aim to build pressure on home conditions, while Leicestershire will look to maintain a strong response across the remaining sessions. With the match entering Day 2, pitch behavior, first-innings momentum, and the performance of key batters and bowlers could play an important role in shaping the outcome.
Essex vs Warwickshire , Match Details:
| Location | Leicester, UK |
| Venue | Uptonsteel Grace Road |
| Date & Time | 15th Sep/02:30 PM PST LOCAL Time |
| Streaming | JioHotstar |
| Establish | 1878 |
| Capacity | 6000 |
| Owner | Leicestershire |
| Home Team | Leicestershire |
| End Name | Pavilion End and the Bennett End |
| Flood Light | Yes |
Hampshire vs Leicestershire, Head-to-Head Records:
| Total Match | 6 |
| Hampshire | 2 |
| Leicestershire | 3 |
| No Result | 0 |
| Tie | 1 |
Team Form (Last Five Matches, Most Recent First)
| Hampshire vs Leicestershire | W L D L L |
| Hampshire vs Leicestershire | W W D D L |
Hampshire vs Leicestershire, Last Five Head-to-Head Records:
| Team | Result | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Hampshire vs Leicestershire | Hampshire won | 15 Aug 2025 |
| Leicestershire vs Hampshire | Leicestershire won | 16 Aug 2024 |
| Leicestershire vs Hampshire | Leicestershire won | 16 Sep 2023 |
| Hampshire vs Leicestershire | Leicestershire won | 13 Aug 2023 |
| Leicestershire vs Hampshire | Match drawn | 19 May 2021 |
Weather Report:
| Temperature | 19° |
| Humidity | 53% |
| Wind Speed | 23 km/hr |
| Cloud Cover | 30% |
Hampshire vs Leicestershire, Pitch Report:
Grace Road in Leicester generally offers a balanced pitch, with the new ball likely to provide some movement and assistance to seam bowlers early on. As the surface settles, batters can score more freely if they spend time at the crease, while the pitch may become slower and offer some assistance to spin as the match progresses. Recent matches at the venue have also shown variable bounce, so disciplined bowling and careful shot selection could be important.
Match Performance:
| Total Matches Played | 1 |
| 1st Batting Team Won | 0 |
| 2nd Batting Team Won | 0 |
| No Result | 0 |
| Average Batting Score | 223 |
| Highest Score | 345/8 |
| Lowest Score | 223/10 |
| Pitch Report | Bowling Pitch |
Hampshire vs Leicestershire, Playing 11:
Hampshire: Ben Mayes, Felix Organ, Jake Lehmann, James Fuller, Joe Weatherley, Kyle Abbott, Manny Lumsden, Nick Gubbins, Scott Currie, Toby Albert, Ben Brown (C).
Leicestershire : Ajaz Patel, Alex Green, Ben Mike, Hamza Shaikh, Nathan Gilchrist, Nick Kelly, Rehan Ahmed, Rishi Patel, Sheridon Gumbs
Injury And Availability News:
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Hampshire vs Leicestershire, Betting Tips:
| Tips | Bet |
| Who Will Win The Toss | Hampshire |
| Match Winner | Leicestershire |
| Total Boundaries | 35+ |
| Player Of The Match | Rishi Patel |
| 1st Innings Total | 220+ |
| Most Wicket Taker | Nick Gubbins |
My prediction
- Leicestershire will win this match.
FAQs
When is Hampshire vs Leicestershire being played?
Hampshire will face Leicestershire in County Championship Division One from 15 to 18 September 2026 at Uptonsteel Grace Road, Leicester, in Match 62 of the competition.
Which league is Hampshire vs Leicestershire part of?
The match is part of the Rothesay County Championship 2026, Division One. It is scheduled as part of Round 15 of the competition.
Where will Hampshire vs Leicestershire be played?
The match will take place at Uptonsteel Grace Road in Leicester, Leicestershire’s home venue.
Which team has better momentum heading into the match?
Both teams enter the fixture under pressure. Leicestershire are fighting to improve their position after a heavy defeat to Somerset, while Hampshire are also battling near the bottom of Division One after their defeat to Nottinghamshire.
Can Hampshire vs Leicestershire be an important match for the Division One table?
Yes. With the 2026 County Championship season approaching its final rounds, the fixture could have major implications for the teams’ positions and survival prospects. Leicestershire are also facing potential disciplinary consequences following an ECB charge related to pitch regulations.